Comparison

KOZMONAUT vs Candybox

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both games, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

KOZMONAUT

Explore the universe, build a mining empire, and battle monsters in this incremental tapper game. Earn resources even when offline and accelerate growth through expeditions. Collect loot, complete missions, and compete on leaderboards.

Highlights
  • Build and upgrade mines for exponential resource gain
  • Tap to battle endless waves of monsters and bosses
  • Offline resource accumulation
  • Expeditions to accelerate growth
  • Daily missions and rotating vendor for rewards
  • Global leaderboards for competition
  • Cosmetic drops to customize character
Features
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KOZMONAUT is the ultimate hybrid of your favorite mobile games. Scour the unknown universe building your mining empire, grabbing loot, vanquishing monsters, minibosses, and huge bosses. Tap away to build up more Spacedust to finance your mines which will accumulate resources even while you're away. But when you do come back, rapidly accelerate your growth by cleaning up the galaxy in your Expeditions. You are just a lone astronaut working for a mysterious entity called the Tendril Mind. Along the way you will meet mysterious beings offering loot and rewards, a diverse range of monsters and environments, and the insatiable desire to build an empire to unknown means. Gameplay Elements: -Build mines to earn more Spacedust at exponential rates. -Tap your way through endless waves of monsters and bosses collecting extra Spacedust and loot to increase your Spacedust gains and monster-vanquishing potential. -Defend your existing mines in high stakes, high rewards levels -Compete with other players around the world with leaderboards that measure both your Spacedust gains and your monster-vanquishing prowess. -Complete Daily Missions for even more rewards -Check out what's new in the Exchange, a rotating Vendor which sells powerful loot for currency that is earned in-game only! -Rare cosmetic drops from grinding planets which will change the appearance of KOZMO!

About

Candybox

Embark on an ASCII art role-playing adventure starting with candy collection. Discover a world of quests, battles, exploration, and crafting. Unravel mysteries and upgrade your character to uncover hidden secrets.

Highlights
  • Candy collection and resource management
  • Text-based role-playing adventure
  • Combat against various enemies
  • Exploration of diverse game worlds
  • Quest completion and puzzle solving
  • Crafting and item upgrading
  • Discovery of hidden secrets and Easter eggs
Features
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Embark on an unforgettable journey in Candy Box, where a simple candy-collecting game turns into an epic adventure! Start with a handful of candies and discover a world filled with mysteries, quests, and battles. This text-based incremental game will surprise you at every turn with its depth and charm. Game Features: Start Simple, Dream Big: Begin by collecting candies, but don’t be fooled by the simplicity! As you gather more, the game reveals layers of new content, from shops and inventory to quests and exploration. Battle Fierce Enemies: Equip powerful swords, potions, and spells to take down a variety of enemies. Each foe presents a unique challenge that will test your strategy and preparation. Explore Vast Worlds: Travel through enchanted forests, mysterious dungeons, and grand castles. Each area is packed with secrets, treasures, and surprises waiting to be uncovered. Solve Puzzles and Complete Quests: Not just about combat—Candy Box offers intricate puzzles and quests that will require your wit and creativity. Unravel hidden mysteries and unlock powerful rewards. Craft and Upgrade: Use the candies you collect to craft powerful items, upgrade your gear, and customize your character. The more you play, the more powerful you become. Discover Hidden Secrets: Candy Box is full of Easter eggs, hidden features, and secret endings. Can you find them all? Why You'll Love Candy Box: Candy Box offers a unique blend of simplicity and depth, perfect for both casual players and those looking for a more complex experience. Whether you’re in it for the candy or the adventure, you’ll find something to love in this quirky, delightful game. Download now and see how far a single candy can take you!

Screenshots

KOZMONAUT4 screens
Candybox4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: KOZMONAUT at 4.5 against Candybox's 3.2. Candybox's advantage is ads (none vs shown) and update cadence (daily vs every 4 days). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. KOZMONAUT sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and Candybox sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

KOZMONAUT holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 6 and 15 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 50% of KOZMONAUT's written reviews are positive against 44% of Candybox's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

KOZMONAUT ships an update every 4 days, Candybox daily. The most recent releases landed on October 18, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
KOZMONAUT versus Candybox: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterKOZMONAUTCandybox
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (6 ratings) — better3.2 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews50.0% of reviews — better44.4% of reviews
Number of ratings615 — better
Update frequencyEvery 4 daysDaily — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.013.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size62 MB31 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperCoast Media House LLCNoe LE PHILIPPE

Customer experience

KOZMONAUT

All ratings6 ratings
Positive83.3%
Neutral16.7%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive50.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative0.0%

Candybox

All ratings15 ratings
Positive46.7%
Neutral6.7%
Negative46.7%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive44.4%
Neutral11.1%
Negative44.4%

In-app purchases

1 purchases

KOZMONAUT

One-time1
  • KOZMIC PACK$2.99
1 purchases

Candybox

One-time1
  • Remove ads$1.99

Questions

Is KOZMONAUT free?
KOZMONAUT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Candybox free?
Candybox is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, KOZMONAUT or Candybox?
KOZMONAUT is rated higher. KOZMONAUT averages 4.5 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while Candybox averages 3.2 from 15 ratings.
Do KOZMONAUT or Candybox have ads?
KOZMONAUT shows ads; Candybox does not.
Which is updated more often, KOZMONAUT or Candybox?
KOZMONAUT ships an update every 4 days, and Candybox daily. Most recently, KOZMONAUT was updated on October 18, 2026 and Candybox on September 20, 2026.

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